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PAWS for GAWS Dog Walk 2027

Set off for a relaxed 4km walk that will take you through the Botanical Gardens and along the Geelong Waterfront, bringing you back to your original starting point at the Eastern Park BBQ Area.

11:00AM - 3:00PM Saturday 13th March 2027
Eastern Park BBQ Area, East Geelong, VIC
Early Bird – Adult
$21
Early Bird – Child
$9

Under 18 years of age

Early Bird – Concession
$9
Early Bird – Family pass
$42

Includes 2 adults & 2 children

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PAWS for GAWS is a vibrant celebration of our four-legged friends, our community, and our shared commitment to animal welfare in our region.

Whether you’re walking with a dog or without one, every step supports animals who rely on GAWS for safety, care, and a second chance.

Because some of us walk with dogs, but all of us walk for them.

By "paws-ing" with us, you're not just joining a fun, feel-good event, you’re making a real and immediate difference in the lives of animals in need right here in our local community.

ITINERARY

11:00am

  • Check in for pre - registration opens, merchandise pick up
  • On-the-day registration opens at the registration marquee
  • Coffee and food stalls open

11:45am

  • Welcome speech
  • Briefing on the walk route, safety measures, and dog handling
  • Warm up exercise session for participants and dogs

12:00Pm

Official start of the Dog Walk

Set off for a relaxed 4km walk that will take you along the Geelong Waterfront and loop back to your original starting point at the Eastern Park BBQ Area. 

If required there will be a staggered start to help reduce congestion, ensure smoother traffic flow, and can minimize potential conflicts between dogs. 

Group sizes will be based on our total number of participants, with comfortable group sizes decided on the day. Depending on group sizes we will have 5 to 10 minute intervals.

1:00Pm

Post walk activities
  • Entertainment from our favourite radio station, K Rock
  • Interactive market stalls
  • Kids’ face painting
  • Doggo treats
  • Pooch Parade – Categories: GAWS adoptable dogs, Best Dressed, Waggiest Tail, and Best Trick!
  • Raffle prizes drawn immediately after the Pooch Parade winners are crowned
  • Thank-you speech and announcement of fundraising achievements


Become a PAWS for GAWS 2027 Sponsor

We’re inviting local businesses to become valued partners of PAWS for GAWS. Join us in supporting our much-loved charity dog walk, connecting your business with a passionate, animal-loving community while making a difference to animals in need.

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